Ocean Freight — May 22, 2026

Port Houston reported its first container slowdown since early 2025 in April, with executives expecting a quick recovery

Peter Tirschwell has left the Journal of Commerce to become an independent shipping journalist

James McNamara, an International Longshoremen’s Association executive, was inducted into the International Maritime Hall of Fame

Owners are advised to evacuate crew from vessels stranded in the Strait of Hormuz due to the prolonged regional stalemate

De Jong Shipping Group has acquired a minority stake in Belgian inland shipping company TransMatch to boost its European operations

Logistics UK welcomes the new trade deal between the UK and the Gulf Cooperation Council, expecting it to boost trade

The Dutch ILT warns inland shipping professionals about the risks of alcohol and drug use after a recent canal incident

Marine insurer Gard warns that car carriers face increased fire risks if vehicles are shipped with fuller fuel tanks

Kalmar has made its fully electric TT7 terminal tractor available in European markets, broadening its zero-emission equipment range

The UN's top court has confirmed that the right to strike is internationally protected for all workers, including transport staff

Ian Taylor coordinated the agency and operations for an 8,147-tonne Bolivian bulk sugar export via the Port of Arica

The TransPennine Route Upgrade is moving forward, emphasizing rail freight's growing role for northern English ports

Scottish Renewables highlights Peel Ports' King George V Dock in Glasgow as a key logistics hub for wind energy

Iran proposes an insurance-based framework for Strait of Hormuz management, requiring mandatory cargo declarations for all transiting…

Riga Mainz successfully moved two large process columns from Kleve to the Rhine River, navigating urban routes

Strong demand continues for heavy lift deck carriers and semi-submersibles, fueled by the expanding energy sector

India's Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways is reportedly evaluating a new program to provide subsidies for the local production of…

The Northwest Seaport Alliance saw breakbulk volumes rise while container throughput declined in April.

WEC Lines launched a new weekly EBRO rail service in Spain, connecting Agoncillo and Zaragoza with Barcelona.

Noatum Ports has announced an investment plan to expand agri-food bulk traffic at the Port of Tarragona

Greek shipping magnate George Economou has sold the 2006-built Capesize bulk carrier Venture I to Talent Shipping

A new documentary titled "Posidonia" highlights the environmental fragility of the Mediterranean Sea

Russia's shadow oil tanker fleet is reportedly engaged in hybrid warfare, including sabotage and surveillance in European waters

Maritime leaders discussed the complexities of integrating AI with existing legacy systems at a recent summit

Lloyd's Register launched the LXF Consortium to standardize digital data exchange for container stowage and lashing

MSC has updated its emergency fuel surcharge for cargo moving between Northern Europe, the Red Sea, and East Africa.

Arkas Line is expanding its refrigerated cargo capabilities by integrating 500 new reefer containers into its fleet